Organizer Description: On October 22nd-25th, Tokyo will host the XVIII Congress of the Cell Transplant and Regenerative Medicine Society (CTRMS).   Established in 1992, the CTRMS is a global, non-profit scientific society of clinicians, regulators, researchers, technologists, and industry partners with a shared vision: translation of innovative cell-based therapies, and advancing scientific research into innovative treatments for regenerative medicine.  This year’s keyword is “CONNECT” since CTRMS aims to get international participants in contact with pioneers and non-profit scientific societies, promote cooperation with industry leaders, share knowledge with eminent scientists, and swift social implementation of new scientific advances at every stage of professionals.  Late-abstract submission will end on August 15th, and to support attendees’ time at the meeting, all the accompanying families and friends will benefit from complimentary tours of the city